Lung cancer rising among non-smokers — here's why
The most common form of lung cancer is primarily found in non-smokers, a new study reveals. Doctors react to the surprising driver of the disease and other risk factors.
This breakfast food might prevent colon cancer
A recent study shows that people who ate this tasty food at least twice a week had a lower rate of colon cancer compared to those who ate it less frequently.
Brake dust is harder on your lungs than diesel exhaust, study suggests
In a recent study, researchers found that tiny brake dust particles are potentially more toxic than diesel exhaust which could affect your health.
Medicaid changes could be coming: Here's what Republicans are considering
Republicans are weighing billions of dollars in cuts to Medicaid, jeopardizing health care coverage. Here’s what’s on the table.
Pope Francis to remain hospitalized for respiratory tract infection
Pope Francis, 88, has been in the hospital since Friday with a “polymicrobial respiratory tract infection.”
Second community clinic offering mental health support opens in Detroit
It offers services like outpatient behavioral health services for kids and adults, as well as screenings, comprehensive assessments, diagnosis and treatment planning.
Young Motts Children's Hospital heart patient shares story of beating the odds
“My parents were told that I may not make it to see my third birthday. I’d be lucky enough to see five years old," he said.
2 kids are Michigan's first pediatric flu deaths with several others being investigated
This is the worst season for influenza in 15 years in Michigan, with hospitalizations spiking around the state.
Live updates: Trump hosts India's PM after increasing US tariffs
President Trump signed another executive order increasing U.S. tariffs before hosting India's prime minister at the White House.
Measles cases rising in US, health officials say: Here's why
Measles cases are on the rise in the U.S. for the second year in a row, with cases reported in five states.
Safe Snow Shoveling: Expert tips to prevent heart risks during snow storm
The snow is coming down and that means sidewalks, decks and patios will be in need of shoveling for many in Metro Detroit. Meanwhile, some experts warn people can take a risk when picking up a shovel.
Snow shoveling and heart attacks are linked, here is what you need to know
We know that heart attacks spike after a snowstorm.
Hundreds of Michigan waterfowl deaths attributed to bird flu, now considered 'widespread'
Michigan's bird flu problem is not going away with dead waterfowl being found around the state amid an outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza.
2 Michigan tribal casinos going smoke-free
Both Ojibwa Casinos in Michigan's Upper Peninsula will soon prohibit smoking.
Michigan dentists dropping lead aprons during patient x-rays
New guidance from the American Dental Association last year is recommending changes to how dentists take x-rays of patient's mouths.
Map: These states have the most, least smokers
36 million adults in the U.S. smoke cigarettes, or about an average of 12.6% of the population in each state. Here are the states that have the most and least smokers.